Formulation Manager

Pyou - Recruitment & HR Consulting; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work in an international environment

Relocation package and benefits

Competitive salary

Job summary

Pyou - Recruitment & HR Consulting is seeking a Formulation Manager to join a multinational pet nutrition company in Greensboro, North Carolina. The ideal candidate will have expertise in pet nutrition and formulation processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards while optimizing formulas.

You will manage cross-functional collaboration and must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field alongside proven experience in the industry. A competitive salary and relocation package are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the pet food or animal feed sector.
• Deep familiarity with FEDIAF and AAFCO guidelines.
• Strong understanding of food chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize formulas for pet food products.
• Ensure compliance with international standards.
• Liaise with multiple departments to implement specifications.

Skills

Pet nutrition expertise

Laboratory analysis

Formulation software proficiency

MS Excel

Regulatory knowledge

Team interaction

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Animal Production, Animal Nutrition, Food Science

Tools

Formulation software

Job description

Pyou is the international brand of Lavoropiù, one of Italy’s most recognized companies operating in the field of recruitment and human resources consulting. We offer international recruitment services through local branches and teams of specialized recruiters worldwide. Today, Pyou Global presents a new opportunity within a leading multinational company in the pet nutrition industry, recognized for its strong commitment to research, innovation, and scientific excellence. We are looking for a:

FORMULATION MANAGER – On-site (North Carolina, USA)

The ideal candidate combines expertise in pet nutrition, laboratory analysis and industrial production, with a strong understanding of formulation processes and regulatory requirements. They are highly analytical and detail-oriented, capable of balancing nutritional quality, production efficiency, and cost objectives while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams in an international environment.

Your role

• Manage and optimize formulas for pet food products using specialized formulation software, balancing nutritional requirements, raw material availability, and production costs.
• Collaborate closely with the operations team to align formulations with plant technology, demonstrating a solid understanding of manufacturing processes such as grinding, dosing, and extrusion.
• Act as the key liaison between the Formulation department, Quality Assurance, Procurement, and Production to ensure seamless implementation of product specifications.
• Ensure all formulations comply with international industry standards and guidelines (FEDIAF, AAFCO).
• Supervise and interpret chemical analyses specific to the pet food sector in compliance with Regulation (EC) No 152/2009, ensuring accurate monitoring of raw materials and finished goods.
• Evaluate and manage the nutritional and technical characteristics of both animal and vegetable raw materials used in pet food production.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Animal Production (Produzione Animale), Animal Nutrition, Food Science, or a closely related field.
• Proven experience in the pet food or animal feed sector, with specific expertise in using formulation software.
• Deep familiarity with FEDIAF and AAFCO guidelines, as well as European laboratory standards (Regulation 152).
• Solid grounding in food chemistry and the standard laboratory chemical analyses applied in the industry.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel for data analysis, reporting, and tracking.
• Fluent English (written and spoken) is mandatory, as the role is located in an international plant.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse teams and international departments.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a growing, international environment.
• Relocation package and benefits related to the foreign assignment.
• Competitive salary aligned with experience and background.

Location

Greensboro, North Carolina, USA

Working Hours

Full – Time

This job post is addressed to both sexes, pursuant to laws 903/77 and 125/91, and to people of all ages and nationalities, pursuant to legislative decrees 215/03 and 216/03.